Win Golf Passes to Westwood
Golf Course
The library is giving out two free nine-hole passes (with a cart rental) to Westwood Golf Course. Stop into the library, check out a book from our golf display or from the circulation desk and fill out the form enclosed in the book. Each book equals one entry. Enjoy a game of golf on us! Winners will be notified on Aug. 15.
Card Game Night
Join us at 5:30 p.m. Aug. 18 for Card Game Night in the library meeting room. Learn a new game, play a familiar game with friends, or sit and socialize. Snacks will be provided.
Resume Workshops
The library is partnering with Goodwill Career Connections to offer resume workshops at the library. Participants will create a resume and learn how to make their resumes look professional. Register for workshops from 4 to 6 p.m. Thursday and from noon to 2 p.m. Aug. 21 and 26 in the library meeting room. Register by calling the information desk at (641) 792-4108.
Knee-High Naturalists
Knee-High Naturalists program for ages 3 to 5 will meet at the Newton Public Library from 10:30 to 11 a.m. Aug. 20. Learn about animals that are diurnal, or active during the day. We will sing a fun song and make a craft. This program is offered by the Jasper County Conservation naturalist.
iPad Basics Class
Join us at 6 p.m. Aug. 25 in the library meeting room. Learn how to download ebooks free through the library, connect to Wi-Fi, change settings and sync email. Bring your fully charged iPad, Apple ID and password, and your library card (if you have one). Participants do not need to register for this class.
Preserving Library History
If you have old photos or newspaper clippings of the Newton Public Library (old or new building) and are willing to share them with us, we want to hear from you. Call or email Nicole Lindstrom, public services librarian, at (641) 792-4108 or nlindstrom@newton.lib.ia.us.
Story Time Schedules Are Out
Pick up a separate storytime sheet for Toddler & Twos (18 months — 36 months) or Preschool Storytime (ages 3 to 5) at the Youth Services Librarian’s desk. Schedules contain August Story Times.
Programming Schedule
for Adults is Out
Pick up the schedule for programs aimed at adults back by the information desk. It contains programs scheduled in August and September. And as always, all programs can be found in our calendar online at www.newton.lib.ia.us.
We are currently booking more presenters and speakers, be sure to check back for updates.